Delahaie Champagne Brut Rose

The estate is located in Epernay, Côte des Blancs (called this way because 95% of Chardonnay is grown in this area).  17 villages, Grands Crus or 100% Crus  are sharing the best exposed hillsides in the Marne,  i.e. 10 626 acres.  Then come the first 41 Premiers Crus or Crus from 90 to 99%, covering 13 837 acres.

Vineyard acreage : 22ac10  4035 bottles per acre

Vines : 20 to 25 years old

Varietals :  Pinot Noir 80%, Pinot Meunier 20%

Production : 1000 cs / 12 pack

Vinfication :  Grapes grown in the Montagne de Reims and in the Marne Valley.

Alcoholic fermentation in tank. Malolactic fermentation. Assembling with 15% to 18% red wine issued from the 1er Cru Pinot Noir. Aging on racks for 28 months.

Riddling,  disgorgement, and finally adding the liquor shipping

Residual sugar : 10 to 12 g / l

Pression : 6 to 6,5 bars

Tasting notes :  Fine bubble and persistant foam.  The nose shows fresh aromas with wild strawberries.  Full mouth, refreshing and ample with notes of cherries.